Chess Club
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesJoin others for a weekly chess competition. Fridays, 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Friday Night Initiative
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Angel Street (Gaslight)
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesEncore Production presents a suspenseful Victorian Era mystery set in 19th-century London. May. 2–3 & 9–10, 7 p.m. May 4 & 11, 2 p.m. $9–17. www.elberttheatre.org
Bad Dog Trivia
Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Fridays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Athens Comedy Fest
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesInaugural festival featuring a lineup of national and local comedians. May 2–4, 7 p.m. $27–500. www.athenscomedyfest.com
The Living City
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the film repurposed for music composed by Hank Sullivant, followed by a live music performance by Kuroma. 7 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (film), 8 p.m. (music). $10. www.athenscine.com
The Cemetery Club
Quinn Hall 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesThree Jewish widows navigate life, new love and the challenges of friendship in this heartfelt performance. May 1–3, 7:30 p.m. $15. www.mortontheatre.com
The Hallelujah Girls
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesOn Stage Playhouse presents a comedy about five feisty women who decide to shake up their lives after the death of a dear friend. Apr. 25–26, May 2–3 & 9–10, 8 p.m. May 4 & 11, 2 p.m. May 6, 7:30 p.m. $10–20. www.onstagewalton.org
Sketch Comedy Graduation Show
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesFlying Squid Comedy will showcase what students have learned in its sketch comedy writing workshop. 8 p.m. $12. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
None More Epic
Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United StatesCanopy Studio’s Repertory Company presents a spring performance featuring aerial dance, trapeze, slings, pole and more. May 2, 8 p.m. May 3, 4 p.m. & 8 p.m. May 4, 1 p.m. (sensory show) & 4 p.m. $20 (adults), $15 (students/children), $10 (sensory show). www.canopystudio.org
Friday Night Paddle
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your own boat or use one of the provided single or tandem kayaks for a peaceful evening on the water. Ages 12 & up. 8 p.m. www.accgov.com/sandycreekpark
Retro Prom
The Cotton Press 149 Oneta St., Athens, GA, United StatesTravel back in time to another era and celebrate prom to the fullest in benefit of ACCA. 8 p.m.–12 a.m. $35–450. www.accaging.org
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Rooftop Yoga
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your own mat and start your day with a peaceful flow surrounded by views of the city. 9 a.m. $20. www.feelfreeyogawellness.com
Marigold Farmers Market
Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. MFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
UGArden Community Day
UGArden 2500 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the community farm’s 15th anniversary with hands-on activities, crafts, games and a plant and herb market. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $10 suggested donation. ugarden.uga.edu
Spring Harvest Festival
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesThe 9th annual festival kicks off the harvest season with live music, lawn games, a petting zoo and more. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.farmviewmarket.com
African American Genealogy Shared Interest Group
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn and share research stories, problem-solving techniques, and tools that are focused on African American genealogy. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Athens Native Plant Society Spring Plant Sale
Sunrise Nursery 550 Athens Rd, Athens, GABrowse unusual and hard to find Southeastern native plants as well as a wide selection of perennials, ferns, trees and more. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. gnps.org/athens-east-piedmont-chapter
Art Show and Book Sale
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United StatesBrowse books and local art for sale in benefit of the Friends of the Oglethorpe County Library. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.3railroad.org
StudioFest
Various Locations Athens, GA, United StatesExplore artist studios, galleries, makers’ spaces, pop-up exhibitions and markets across the city. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
Learn to Play Shadowrun RPG
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin others to learn about the science fantasy tabletop role-playing game. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Family Saturdays: Art Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesA drop-in family-oriented series of art projects that are inspired by current exhibitions. Registration suggested. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
Discover the Art of Rugs
The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAn educational session by Nile Candan of Hasan’s Rugs that shares how and where rugs are made, and the meanings behind their various patterns. 1 p.m. FREE! www.taylorgrady.com
Athens Black Market
College Square Plaza College Avenue, Athens, GA, United StatesThis special edition of the market celebrates May Day Fest in solidarity with International Workers’ Day, featuring Black and minority entrepreneurs, live music, cultural performances and more. 1–5 p.m. www.aadmovement.org
Game Developer Munch
Barnett Shoals Waffle House 1825 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, United StatesNetwork whether you’re a game developer or interested in learning more. 1 p.m. www.facebook.com/groups/AthensGameDevs
World’s Smallest Airport
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the documentary about the Thrasher brothers’ aerial circus in the 1940s, with proceeds benefitting Ciné. RSVP recommended. 2:15 p.m. & 5:15 p.m. (screenings), 4 p.m. (reception). Donations encouraged. www.athenscine.com
Derby Day Party!
The Old Pal 1320 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesWatch the Kentucky Derby and celebrate with a variety of classic cocktails. 4–7 p.m. www.theoldpal.com
None More Epic
Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United StatesCanopy Studio’s Repertory Company presents a spring performance featuring aerial dance, trapeze, slings, pole and more. May 2, 8 p.m. May 3, 4 p.m. & 8 p.m. May 4, 1 p.m. (sensory show) & 4 p.m. $20 (adults), $15 (students/children), $10 (sensory show). www.canopystudio.org
Speakeasy Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy classic speakeasy style specialty cocktails, swing dancing, jazz from Mary & The Hot Hotty-Hots and more. 5–11 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Angel Street (Gaslight)
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesEncore Production presents a suspenseful Victorian Era mystery set in 19th-century London. May. 2–3 & 9–10, 7 p.m. May 4 & 11, 2 p.m. $9–17. www.elberttheatre.org
Athens Comedy Fest
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesInaugural festival featuring a lineup of national and local comedians. May 2–4, 7 p.m. $27–500. www.athenscomedyfest.com
The Cemetery Club
Quinn Hall 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesThree Jewish widows navigate life, new love and the challenges of friendship in this heartfelt performance. May 1–3, 7:30 p.m. $15. www.mortontheatre.com
The Hallelujah Girls
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesOn Stage Playhouse presents a comedy about five feisty women who decide to shake up their lives after the death of a dear friend. Apr. 25–26, May 2–3 & 9–10, 8 p.m. May 4 & 11, 2 p.m. May 6, 7:30 p.m. $10–20. www.onstagewalton.org
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of open drag fun for all ages. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Scene Study Workshop
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Jade Fernandez to learn the basics of breaking down a script, performance, performance reviews and more. 12–4 p.m. $60. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
None More Epic
Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United StatesCanopy Studio’s Repertory Company presents a spring performance featuring aerial dance, trapeze, slings, pole and more. May 2, 8 p.m. May 3, 4 p.m. & 8 p.m. May 4, 1 p.m. (sensory show) & 4 p.m. $20 (adults), $15 (students/children), $10 (sensory show). www.canopystudio.org
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
The Hallelujah Girls
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesOn Stage Playhouse presents a comedy about five feisty women who decide to shake up their lives after the death of a dear friend. Apr. 25–26, May 2–3 & 9–10, 8 p.m. May 4 & 11, 2 p.m. May 6, 7:30 p.m. $10–20. www.onstagewalton.org
Angel Street (Gaslight)
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesEncore Production presents a suspenseful Victorian Era mystery set in 19th-century London. May. 2–3 & 9–10, 7 p.m. May 4 & 11, 2 p.m. $9–17. www.elberttheatre.org
9th Annual Kitten Shower
Athens Area Humane Society 1030 Mitchell Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy drinks and snacks with the Athens Humane Society’s adoptable kittens. 2–4 p.m. $15–50. www.athenshumanesociety.org
Touch-The-Truck
Firehouse Subs 665 US 29 Hwy N, Unit #100, AthensAn interactive event for the entire family to experience a fire truck while meeting the firefighters who operate them. 2-4 p.m. FREE! www.firehousesubs.com/touchthetruck
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be a special lager release, food from Agua Linda, traditional folkloric dance by El Tepeyac, salsa lessons with TimbATHENS and a portion of proceeds benefitting Casa de Amistad. 2–8 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Crafternoon
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your crafting project to work on and connect with other artists in the community. First Sundays, 2:30–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
